Improvised Munitions Handbook (Improvised Explosive Devices or ...

4. Wrap match covers around matches and tie.
Striker should be in contact with match bands.
5. Replace end cap on pipe.
6. When ready to fire, pull match cover off with strong, firm, quick motion.
Safety Check – Test Fire Gun Before Hand Firing
1. Locate a barrier such as a stone wall or large tree which you can stand behind in case the weapon
explodes when fired.
2. Mount gun solidly to a table or other rigid support at least ten feet in front of the barrier.
3. Attach a long cord to the firing strap on the gun.
4. Holding the other end of the cord, go behind the barrier.
5. Pull the cord so that the firing strap is held back.
6. Release the cord to fire the gun. (If gun does not fire, shorten the elastic bands or increase their
number.)
Important: Fire at least five rounds from behind the barrier and then reinspect the gun before
you attempt to shoulder fire it.
3.8 Rifle Cartridge
Note: See section 3.5 for reusable primer.
A method of making a previously fired rifle cartridge reusable.
Materials Required
Empty rifle cartridge, be sure that it still fits inside gun
Threaded bolt that fits into neck of cartridge at least 1-1/4 inch (3 cm) long
Safety or “strike-anywhere” matches (about 58 matches are needed for 7.62 mm cartridge)
Rag wad (about 3/4 inch (1-1/2 cm) square for 7.62 mm cartridge)
Knife
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